Construction Cleaner

Controlled Contamination Services; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Controlled Contamination Services is seeking a Construction Cleaner to maintain cleanliness and safety at our Hermiston site. You will handle interior and exterior cleaning, waste disposal, and ensure compliance with environmental standards.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, basic experience in construction cleaning, and a willingness to learn facility-specific procedures. PPE must be worn on site to protect workers and the environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in construction cleaning or a similar role preferred.
• Willingness to learn and be trained on facility-specific procedures.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness throughout the site, interior and exterior areas.
• Conduct cleaning operations in compliance with local laws, federal regulations, and environmental standards.
• Remove tools, equipment, and surplus materials from cleanroom and dry room areas.
• Dispose of non-hazardous waste adhering to CCS standards and environmental regulations.
• Operate floor scrubbers and other cleaning equipment as needed.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE on site (steel-toe shoes, high‑visibility vest, hard hat, safety glasses).

Skills

Communication Skills

Customer Service Skills

Initiative Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Equipment Operation

Forklift Certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Floor scrubbers

Forklift

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Hermiston, OR 97838Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolSalary Range: $19.00 - $20.00 HourlyJob Shift: Day

POSITION PURPOSE:

The Construction Cleaner plays a vital role in ensuring the cleanliness and safety of construction sites, including cleanrooms, dry rooms, and controlled environments. This role is essential in maintaining compliance with industry and environmental standards, as well as supporting the efficiency of our client projects.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

Include the following key areas and duties, which may be modified or increased as necessary:

• Maintain cleanliness throughout the entire site, including both interior and exterior areas. Regularlyempty trash cans and disposal of waste as required.
• Conduct cleaning operations, ensuring compliance with local laws, federal regulations, and environmental standards.
• Remove tools, construction equipment, machinery, and surplus materials from cleanroom and dry room areas.
• Dispose of non-hazardous, non-toxic waste materials, adhering to CCS standards and environmental regulations.
• Clean interior and exterior hard-surface finishes to a dirt-free, stain-free condition, while maintaining natural weathering where applicable.
• Remove debris, surface dust, and waste from limited access spaces, such as plenums, trenches, and other confined spaces.
• Clean concrete floors in unoccupied spaces and operate floor scrubbers or Zambonis as needed.
• Clean glass surfaces, mirrors, and windows to ensure they are clear and free of vision-obscuring substances.
• Remove non-permanent labels and wipe down surfaces of mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Eliminate excess lubrication, paint, mortar, and other substances from surfaces.
• Clean light fixtures, lamps, and reflectors to ensure optimal functionality.
• Remove stains from walls and columns as necessary.
• Spot mop floors using mild, compatible cleaning agents followed by a deionized (DI) water rinse, repeating the process after spills.
• Operate scrubbers daily and use a scissor lift when cleaning walls or high ceilings.
• Utilize a forklift for moving heavy trash cans or materials.
• Pick up trash and empty trash cans in the parking lot as needed.
• Always adhere to all safety protocols and wear PPE while on site, including steel-toe shoes, high visibility vest, hard hat, and safety glasses.

QualificationsEDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience in construction cleaning or a similar role is preferred.
• Willingness to learn and be trained on facility-specific procedures

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Communication Skills
• Customer Service Skills
• Initiative Skills
• Problem Solving Skills
• The ability to operate cleaning equipment, such as floor scrubbers and forklifts, is preferred.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain is an advantage.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand
• Walk
• Lift/Climb
• Talk/Hear
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel
• Reach with hands or arms

The Weight or Force requirement in this position is: Up to 40 pounds

Controlled Contamination Services is an equal opportunity employer – vets/disability.